Taunton
Things to see and do
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Taunton Hotel tips
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Blorenge House from56 £
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Salisbury House Hotel from69 £
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Castle Hotel from79 £
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Taunton Travel guide
Taunton
: Michelin's recommendations
Taunton is an agricultural and commercial centre at the heart of the fertile Vale of Taunton (Taunton Deane), a cider apple area. It is also home to the Somerset County Cricket Ground (Priory Street), complete with its Cricket Museum.
Tourist attractions Taunton : Things to see and do
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Castle
Esat Street GB - Taunton TA1 4AA
Dating from the 11-12C, it is well known for being the property of the bishops of Winchester. During the Civil War, Taunton and its castle were under siege on three occasions. Part of it now houses the Somerset County Museum .
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St Mary Magdalene
Church Square GB - Taunton TA1 1SA
In true Somerset tradition, this splendid medieval church has a slender tower built of the red and golden Ham Hill stone. The bosses and angels carved in the roofwork are typical examples of local craftmanship.
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St James's
St.James Street GB - Taunton TA1 1JS
This 14-15C church (except the north arcade and aisle) features a 37-m tower of Quantock red sandstone with Ham stone decoration.
Hotels Taunton
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Blorenge House
"57 59, Staplegrove Road" GB - Taunton TA1 1DG
"This fine early Victorian Hotel is equipped with four-poster bedrooms and an outdoor swimming pool. The Blorenge offers BandB and longer-term accommodation, as well as two self catered apartments that each sleeps 6 persons. We also offer free W..
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Salisbury House Hotel
14 Billetfield GB - Taunton TA1 3NN
Nestled in the town centre of the historic town of Taunton, the Salisbury House Hotel is a family-owned, independent hotel. Built in the 1850s, this delightful Victorian house boasts many Gothic features including arched doorways, an oak staircase, a..
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Set in a magnificent castle, the Castle Hotel offers free Wi-Fi and features a stylish brasserie, luxurious bedrooms, and leafy gardens. The hotel is situated in Taunton, just a 10-minute drive from Hestercombe Gardens. The elegant bedrooms are indi..
Restaurants Taunton
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Augustus
3 The Courtyard, St James St. GB - Taunton TA1 1JR
Simple little bistro set in a small courtyard and run by an experienced chef. Good-sized menu of hearty, unfussy dishes which mix French, British and some Asian influences - supplemented by blackboard specials. Bright and breezy service.
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Willow Tree
3 Tower Ln GB - Taunton TA1 4AR
Converted 17C townhouse with intimate dining rooms, exposed beams and large inglenook. Bi-monthly menu blends a classical base with artful, innovative ideas. Friendly, efficient service.
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Brazz
Castle Green GB - Taunton TA1 1NF
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Meryan House
Bishop's Hull Rd GB - Taunton TA1 5EG
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Castle Bow Bar & Grill
Castle Green GB - Taunton TA1 1NF

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